Black-bellied Crimson Finch
Neochmia phaeton
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The Black-bellied Crimson Finch is a striking estrildid finch of northern Australia and southern New Guinea, with males sporting vivid crimson head, back, and flanks offset by a black belly. It inhabits tall grasses and dense vegetation along rivers, streams, and wetland margins in tropical savanna landscapes. It feeds mainly on grass seeds and small insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 10,1 cm | 4.0 in |
| Poids | 10,0 g | 0.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 20-22 days.
Taille de la couvée
4-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Neochmia |
| Espèces | Neochmia phaeton |
Distribution
Black-bellied Crimson Finch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Estrildidae family